Have you ever stopped to think about the importance your feet have on your quality of life? The feet play a vital role in keeping us balanced and stable. Unfortunately, foot disorders are one of the leading factors when it comes to causing a sedentary lifestyle and disability. A foot...
When you have diabetes, there can be a lot to manage when it comes to your health. Checking your blood sugar, trying to stay active, eating healthy, and going to doctor’s appointments are standard parts of your routine. With all that, you might not be thinking about your feet very...
Have you noticed an unusual, bony growth underneath your heel? If this sounds familiar, you may be dealing with a heel spur. A heel spur is a condition that is often undetectable in the early stages but can affect other parts of your feet and lead to discomfort. At Cherrywood...
With the fall sports season in full swing, who doesn’t dread an ankle injury that can sideline them for weeks? When you thrive on being active, an ankle sprain can be devastating. At Cherrywood Foot Care, our team specializes in treating ankle sprains. Our dedicated podiatrists will do everything in...
An ingrown toenail, also known as onychocryptosis, usually develops on the big toe when a corner of the toenail digs into the skin. Proper nail trimming or a warm soak may be all you need to treat an ingrown toenail, but sometimes it’s best to see a specialist right away....
Are your flat feet causing you pain and discomfort? While many people with flat feet don't have problems, others are not so lucky. Flatfoot is a condition in which your arches may not have developed or collapsed. For those dealing with discomfort caused by collapsed arches, there are ways to...
The Achilles tendon, located in the back of the lower leg, attaches your calf muscles to your heel and is among the strongest tendons in the body and one of its most important. When you are active or participating in sports, the Achilles tendon should withstand high-impact activity. A tear...
Extracorporeal shock wave therapy is one of the latest, state-of-the-art podiatric techniques that we use at Cherrywood Foot Care to treat chronic heel pain such as heel spur syndrome and plantar fasciitis. This innovative therapy involves a non-invasive procedure to remedy the painful symptoms associated with these conditions and effectively...
The feet are amazingly intricate structures that are often vulnerable to a range of injuries and stresses. If you are experiencing difficulty walking, pain, and swelling in your feet, it could signify a more serious foot problem. At Cherrywood Foot Care, our team specializes in treating all the different types...
Many of us are self-conscious about the appearance of our feet, so when you notice that something is not right with them, you may hesitate to seek treatment. Unfortunately, this only makes the problem worse. One such problem that can diminish your confidence is toenail fungus. At Cherrywood Foot Care,...